Carolina Dawkins
Louisville,KY
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with experience at Freedom Law 805, excelling in legal writing and client relations. Proven ability to enhance case preparation through meticulous research and documentation. Adept at managing deadlines and fostering effective communication, contributing to streamlined legal processes and informed decision-making across various governmental departments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Freedom Law 805
Ventura, USA
12.2025 - Current
- Communicated directly with clients to obtain and organize information.
- Updated clients on timelines and legal procedures to ensure informed participation.
- Transcribed footage into comprehensive documents to support case preparation.
- Produced forms and folders to streamline legal documentation processes.
Office of Congressional Legislative Affairs Intern
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs
Washington, USA
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Compiled briefing materials and hearing documents for senior leadership, including the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, to support informed decision-making.
- Documented key discussions and outcomes from meetings with staff from U.S. House of Representatives and Senate.
- Coordinated scheduling and notifications for inter-office and congressional staff events to ensure smooth operations.
- Produced weekly internal updates to enhance communication and coordination across departments.
Intern
Kentucky Department of Homeland Security
Frankfort, USA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted research supporting analysts in developing briefings, presentations, and formal reports to inform decision-making.
- Collaborated with analysts to streamline internal workflow and address procedural challenges, optimizing organizational workflow.
- Prepared weekly consolidated intelligence and operations updates for first responders.
Education
Bachelor - Political Science
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA05-2026
Study Abroad - language, history and culture
Pepperdine University
Hauteville, Switzerland04-2023
Skills
- Legal writing
- Legal research
- Legal research tools
- Case management
- Client relations
- Microsoft Word
- Interpersonal skills
- PowerPoint
- Deadline management
- Legal research
Activities Honors Skills
- Louisville Youth Philanthropy Council, Co-Captain, 01/21, 06/22
- Kappa Alpha Theta, Member, Present
- Kappa Alpha Theta, Committee Member, 08/22, Present
- Vintage Malibu Church, Volunteer, 10/24, Present
- Computer, Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, Apple Applications, and PowerPoint
- Language, French (Confident in: reading, writing)
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Freedom Law 805
12.2025 - Current
Office of Congressional Legislative Affairs Intern
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2025 - 06.2025
Intern
Kentucky Department of Homeland Security
06.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor - Political Science
Pepperdine University
Study Abroad - language, history and culture
Pepperdine University